Uruguay · Wine & Beer

7-Day Uruguay Tour with Montevideo, Colonia, Punta del Este and Wineries

7 Days Round trip from Capitán Juan Antonio Artigas Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Montevideo's key landmarks, including Estadio Centenario, Mercado Agricola, and Ciudad Vieja
  • 02 Visit Colonia del Sacramento and its UNESCO World Heritage historic quarter
  • 03 Discover Punta del Este, Casapueblo, and the bohemian beach town of La Barra
  • 04 Enjoy two educational winery visits with light lunches and tastings of Uruguay's Tannat grape
  • 05 Spend your final evening at a tango dinner with wine

Discover Uruguay over 7 days with a journey based in Montevideo and excursions to some of the country's most memorable destinations. Explore the capital's key sights and cultural landmarks, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Colonia del Sacramento, and enjoy the coastal atmosphere of Punta del Este and La Barra. Along the way, experience family-run wineries in the countryside, learn about Uruguayan wines, and taste Tannat, the country's flagship grape. Designed for first-time visitors, this itinerary combines culture, wine, and seaside scenery for a well-rounded introduction to Uruguay.

Along the way, experience family-run wineries in the countryside, learn about Uruguayan wines, and taste Tannat, the country's flagship grape.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Montevideo, Colonia del Sacramento, Punta del Este
Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Montevideo

  • Arrive at Carrasco Airport and meet the driver who will take you to your accommodation.
  • Enjoy a free afternoon to explore at your own pace.
  • Dinner is at your leisure.
2
Day 02

Montevideo City Tour

  • The driver will pick you up at your hotel.
  • Enjoy a 3-hour city tour of Montevideo with a knowledgeable guide.
  • Stop at the Montevideo sign, Estadio Centenario, Mercado Agricola, and Ciudad Vieja.
  • Learn about Uruguay's history and culture.
  • Return to your accommodation in time for lunch.
3
Day 03

Family Winery Visit and Light Lunch

  • After breakfast, visit a 4th-generation family winery in the countryside.
  • Enjoy a glass of bubbles on arrival while learning about its history.
  • Visit the winery, production area, and cellar, followed by a light lunch with wine.
  • This is more of an educational experience, where you will learn about Uruguayan wines.
  • This is a great opportunity to taste Tannat, Uruguay's flagship grape.
  • After many laughs and fond memories, head back to the hotel.
  • Dinner is at your leisure.
4
Day 04

Colonia del Sacramento Day Trip

  • After breakfast, travel to Colonia del Sacramento, where you will visit a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Stop at Plaza de Toros de San Carlos, a former bullring. The arena hosted a total of eight fights before bullfighting was prohibited by the Uruguayan National Government in 1912. This is a landmark site in Uruguay.
  • The next stop will be the Historic Plaza, located near the Old Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • You can then enjoy lunch at your leisure. We will recommend a nice place.
  • Return to Montevideo, with dinner at your leisure.
5
Day 05

Punta del Este and La Barra Excursion

  • After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a trip to Punta del Este.
  • Stop at Casapueblo, constructed by Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró. It is located in Punta Ballena, 13 kilometers from Punta del Este. Initially, it was the artist's summer home and workshop, and now includes a museum, an art gallery, a cafeteria, and a hotel in its facilities. There is time for a coffee or a drink on the terrace.
  • Drive to Punta del Este to see the 'Handout of the Sand', the lighthouse, and the port area.
  • Enjoy lunch at your leisure.
  • Take a drive through neighbourhoods like Beverly Hills on the route to La Barra beach town.
  • Return to Montevideo after a full-day trip.
  • Dinner is at your leisure.
6
Day 06

Boutique Vineyard Visit and Tango Dinner

  • After breakfast, you will visit a small boutique vineyard in the countryside.
  • Enjoy a welcome drink in the park facing the vineyards.
  • The winemaker will guide you through the winery and cellar.
  • Indulge in a light lunch of cheeses, cured hams, and empanadas.
  • Taste new and interesting wines, including Tannat, Uruguay's flagship grape.
  • After lunch, head back to the hotel for some rest.
  • On your last evening, enjoy a tango dinner with wine.
7
Day 07

Departure Transfer to Carrasco Airport

  • Have breakfast at the hotel, then head straight to Carrasco Airport in Montevideo for your flight back home.
Montevideo cityscape, Colonia del Sacramento historic quarter, Casapueblo at Punta Ballena, La Barra beach town

Where this trip takes you

Montevideo cityscape, Colonia del Sacramento historic quarter, Casapueblo at Punta Ballena, La Barra beach town

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Capitán Juan Antonio Artigas 3 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transfers to and from the airport
  • Montevideo city tour
  • 2 light lunches at family wineries outside Montevideo
  • Tango dinner with wine and transfers
  • Colonia day trip with stops at Plaza de los Toros (bullring)
  • Punta del Este day trip with a visit to Casapueblo
  • Beach time

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation
  • Lunch in Colonia del Sacramento
  • Entrance fees to the Old Fort in Colonia
  • Entrance fees to the museum at Casapueblo
  • Lunch in Punta del Este
  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing

Know before you go

This program does not include accommodation.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Carrasco International Airport, Capitán Juan Antonio Artigas, Ciudad de la Costa, Canelones Department, Uruguay
Tour start
Capitán Juan Antonio Artigas, 14000 Ciudad de la Costa, Departamento de Canelones, Uruguay
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Capitán Juan Antonio Artigas.

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